⛰️🥧 Hiking the Peak District National Park & Bakewell Puddings

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Explore Britain’s most stunning trails in a small group of up to 14, travelling together by private minibus to beautiful, remote locations not easily reached by public transport.

We’ve created a list of FAQs to help answer your questions.

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Join us for an unforgettable weekend exploring Britain’s oldest and one of its most popular national parks – the Peak District! The Peak District is home to a stunning and diverse range of landscapes, from dramatic gritstone ridges and stark moorland plateaus in the park's northern area, known as the Dark Peak, to steep limestone valleys and deep gorges in the south, the White Peak. On this trip, you’ll experience the very best of both regions, along with a chance to indulge in the Peak District’s most famous treat – Bakewell pudding! 🥧

On Saturday, we'll do the most famous walk in the Peak District – up to the summit of Mam Tor, also known as the “Shivering Mountain”. After climbing the much-loved hill, standing at 517 metres, the route will take us along the Great Ridge, past the summits of Hollins Cross, Back Tor and Lose Hill, where we'll have stunning views over Edale, Hope Valley and even the edge of Kinder Scout. The highlights of the walk include the picturesque villages of Castleton and Hope, atmospheric Norman ruins of Peveril Castle, built in 1086, and the scenic Cave Dale valley. After the hike, we'll enjoy a well-deserved pint at the traditional 17th-century Ye Olde Nags Head, before heading to our hotel.

After a hearty breakfast on Sunday, we’ll set out to explore The Roaches, famed for their striking gritstone edges and craggy outcrops, much loved by both hikers and climbers. We’ll also visit Lud’s Church – a mysterious, moss-covered chasm believed to have been a secret place of worship in the 15th century and a setting for ancient medieval poetry.

We’ll then head for lunch to the picturesque village of Bakewell, home to the famous Bakewell Tart and Bakewell Pudding! These traditional British desserts are made by hand, using the original recipes from the 1800s. After lunch, we'll head off again for a relaxing walk through the stunning limestone gorge of Dovedale along the River Dove. We'll admire soaring limestone pinnacles, secret caves and arches carved over the millennia and cross the river by its famous stepping stones.

ITINERARY

Saturday:

06:45 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station)
07:00 Sharp departure
11:30-16:30 Hike to Mam Tor and the Great Ridge (difficulty: Moderate, distance: 14km, ascent: 480m)
16:30-17:15 Drinks at the traditional 17th-century village pub Ye Olde Nags Head
18:30 Check-in at Premier Inn Newcastle-under-Lyme, dinner and free time

Sunday:

07:00 Breakfast
08:00 Departure
08:45­-11:45 The Roaches and Lud’s Church hike (difficulty: Easy, distance: 7km, ascent: 240m)
12:15-14:00 Lunch in Bakewell village, free time to buy gifts and souvenirs; recommended to visit: The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop (home of the Bakewell pudding)
14:30-16:00 Dovedale Valley walk (difficulty: Easy, distance: 5km, ascent: 150m)
16:00 Departure
20:30 London, Hammersmith

DIFFICULTY & EQUIPMENT

Please note that this trip requires a good level of fitness. Good hiking boots with ankle support and waterproof clothing are essential (see the “What to bring” section for more details).

PRIVATE ROOM

The default option is a shared twin room at the hotel (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender). A small number of private rooms, for your own use, is available for £30 extra – let us know if you would like an upgrade!

LUGGAGE

You can bring two small bags with you: one cabin size personal item bag (up to 10kg) and one smaller hiking backpack to fit under the seat. During the hike, you can leave your luggage in the minibus.

BOOKING

Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Peak District):

Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514

We'll let you know by changing your status to “Paid” as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event. Please allow up to 24 hours for the payment to arrive.

THE PRICE OF £238 INCLUDES

• Transport throughout the trip
• Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver
• Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
• One night's accommodation at a hotel in shared twin rooms (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender)
• Professional event organisation
• Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
• Admin fee
• 20% VAT

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
• Food

HOW TO CONTACT US

For all enquiries, please PM Anna (the main organiser) via Meetup. Alternatively, you can email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.

Your guide will be Anna (07596844467, only for use during the hike). Please get in touch if you have any difficulty locating the meeting point or need help during the trip.

WHAT TO BRING

• Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
• Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain)
• Gloves/hat/cap
• Water bottle (min 1L)
• Nuts and energy snacks to last you during the trip
• Walking poles (optional)

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